Maria Irene

Maria Irene is a journalist and author covering the Internet Computer Protocol, Bitcoin, DeFi, and the broader decentralised web. She is the founder and editor of LedgerLife.io, an independent, reader-funded publication dedicated to clear-eyed reporting on the ICP ecosystem and Web3 technology. She is the author of two books: Money Without Masters: The Story of Crypto (Amazon) and The World Computer: Decentralised Computing and the Rise of the Internet Computer Protocol (Amazon). Her work focuses on making complex blockchain technology accessible without losing precision or depth.
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MULTI/DEX handles liquidations as ICP prices rise

MULTI/DEX on the Internet Computer is operating smoothly as rising ICP prices trigger short liquidations, according to Dominic Williams, founder of DFINITY. Williams said 5%...

DVINITY DAO enters beta with public NNS neuron

The DVINITY DAO has entered beta, with its public NNS neuron now live and plans to fund it with 1,500 ICP as the project...

ICPanda DAO unveils new digital sovereignty plan

ICPanda DAO has proposed a new whitepaper that sets out a broader direction for the project, moving it from its origins as a meme...

Pakistan puts government apps on Internet Computer

Pakistan’s adoption of Internet Computer infrastructure has moved from planning to live government applications, according to a new update from DFINITY Chief Business Officer...
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BitVM: Bridging Bitcoin’s Wild West with Trust-Minimized Zest!

BitVM, the latest player in the Bitcoin Layer 2 (L2) arena, is making waves with its unique approach to trust-minimized bridging. In a space...
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Altman’s Billions: A Global Revolution in AI Chip Production Unveiled

In response to the skyrocketing demand for AI chips, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is actively pursuing a multi-billion-dollar investment to establish a global network...
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Solana’s Meme Coin Surge: Riding the Wave of Digital Whimsy

 The cryptocurrency landscape is witnessing a fascinating trend with the Solana blockchain taking center stage, courtesy of its burgeoning meme coin market. Known for...
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Virginia’s Groundbreaking Cryptocurrency Rights Bill: A Leap Forward for Digital Asset...

In an era marked by rapid technological advancements and a growing reliance on digital currencies, a new legislative development from Virginia stands out as...
Maria Irene

Ethereum’s New Frontier: Vitalik Buterin Proposes 33% Gas Limit Increase

The ever-evolving world of Ethereum witnessed another significant development as Ethereum co-founder, Vitalik Buterin, recently proposed a 33% increase in Ethereum's gas limit. This...
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Grayscale Bitcoin Trust Navigates Choppy Waters as Investors Embrace New Bitcoin...

The financial landscape is experiencing a notable shift as investors pivot towards newly launched Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs), moving away from the once-dominant Grayscale...